Samuelsson is in the lineup; last spot will go to McCarty or Downey

Update from the morning skate: Coach Mike Babcock said right wing Mikael Samuelsson will be in the lineup tonight in Game 1 vs. Nashville, after missing five games with a sore groin. Babcock said the only decision he still has to make is whether to use Darren McCarty or Aaron Downey at right wing on the fourth line. Defenseman Brad Stuart will return after missing eight games with a broken finger.

Babcock indicated on Thursday he might occasionally split up Kronwall and Stuart to provide more of a physical presence on two different pairings. In that case, Kronwall would play with Chelios and Stuart with Lilja.

Forwards Steve Sullivan (back), Martin Gelinas (knee) and Jed Ortmeyer (knee) are out. Predators coach Barry Trotz said center David Legwand (bone bruise in left foot), who has resumed practicing but won't play tonight, is doubtful for Game 2.